Full Job Description
Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics for the last 13 years, is currently looking for a Full Time Physician Assistant. Dr. Blevins orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee musculoskeletal care, including primary hip and knee replacement, partial knee replacement, complex revision hip and knee replacement, and hip resurfacing. He performs both anterior and posterior hip replacement. The position consists of seeing patients for initial and follow-up visits, office work and OR.
Position Overview:
The PA will serve as a primary assistant to the doctor. Duties will include clinical evaluation of patients in the office, counseling patients and their families regarding proposed surgical procedures as well as addressing pre-and post-operative patient questions and concerns, and surgical first assist role in the operating room. There are no weekend shifts or overnight call, however, effective communication with the outpatient staff and inpatient hospital teams is essential. The PA will interact closely with office staff, other PAs, patients and families to be an integral part of providing a high level of clinical care and service.
**This position is based in NYC and requires travel to White Plains once a week on Wednesdays.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited PA program, current NYS PA License, BLS/ACLS certification via AHA and NCCPA board certification are required.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a PA, preferably in an orthopedic setting or alternate surgical subspecialty
The candidate must have current Infection Control Certification and have completed a child abuse recognition course. The PA must have excellent communication skills and be a team player. Surgical experience or training is preferred.
Other Requirements: #LI-AG1 Pay Range – Minimum: USD $158,777.00/Yr. Pay Range – Maximum: USD $181,427.00/Yr.